Complete Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Restaurant & Dining Menu Guide: Great Food and Maps

Even after Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai has ended, the world’s cuisines and cultures discovered at the Expo continue to live on throughout the Kansai region.

One day you might enjoy African food or Parisian crêpes in Shinsaibashi; another day, Filipino cuisine in Ibaraki or the Expo’s salt rice balls in Kujo. Limited-time events are also available for anyone who wants to explore international food alongside music and dance.

This guide introduces six permanent venues where you can enjoy after-Expo food, plus two food events taking place in summer 2026. The limited-time EXPO FOOD PASSPORT and Mugishokuonsai have fixed dates, so check your schedule first.

For information on Expo food during the 2025 event, see the following article

Check the Limited-Time Events First for After-Expo Food

Permanent restaurants can be visited another day, but limited-time events are gone once their dates pass. In summer 2026, a stamp rally runs through August 11, followed by an international festival beginning August 14.

EXPO FOOD PASSPORT Runs Through August 11

EXPO FOOD PASSPORT is a stamp rally covering 12 restaurants that serve cuisines from around the world. It began on June 12, 2026, and runs through August 11.

At the time of reporting, the passport available at participating venues cost $2.50. Rewards were offered based on the number of stamps collected. Benefits and redemption methods may change, so check the latest information before participating.

For our firsthand report, we visited the Chardon bakery and KASTURI in Ibaraki, Osteria Gaudente in Umeda, and PANAF in Shinsaibashi—all in one day.

However, the participating venues are not concentrated only in central Osaka. Factoring in train and bus travel, time spent eating at each restaurant, and crowds, it is more relaxing to split Ibaraki and central Osaka into separate outings rather than forcing too many stops into one day.

If collecting stamps becomes the only priority, you may rush through the food and conversations with restaurant staff. A practical pace is two to four venues per day, sharing larger dishes with your companions.

Mugishokuonsai Comes to Sennan Long Park August 14–16

Mugishokuonsai will be held at SENNAN LONG PARK for three days, from Friday, August 14, through Sunday, August 16, 2026.

The series was held three times between March and July 2026 and drew a cumulative total of about 300,000 visitors. For its fourth edition, the festival moves to Sennan City as an international event bringing together food, music, and culture from roughly 50 countries and regions.

Visitors are expected to find dishes, sweets, drinks, craft beer, and merchandise from around the world. Folk dance, traditional music, live performances, and DJ stages are also planned, creating the feeling of traveling the world throughout the venue—not just at mealtime.

Plans also include collecting event-only stamps while exploring the grounds and taking photos at an original photo booth. Circular has been announced as part of the first content lineup, while performance dates, times, and details will be announced later.

What the July On-Site Report Tells Us About Enjoying the Festival

The third edition, held at Grand Green Osaka from July 10 to 12, featured a wide range of foods, including Brazilian churrasco, Taiwanese lu rou fan, Pakistani mangoes, Azerbaijani appetizers, frozen mangoes from Jordan, Jamaican jerk chicken, and Filipino lechon.

On stage, performances from Burkina Faso, a dance lesson led by Hermes from Cuba, DOZAN11 aka Miki Dōzan, DJ B=BALL, and others energized the crowd.

The vendors and performers in August may not be the same as those in July. Still, setting aside about half a day—including time to buy food, watch the stage, talk with people from different countries, and take photos—will make it easier to experience the full festival atmosphere.

Visitors will likely spend extended periods outdoors at Sennan Long Park in August. Families with children should locate shade and rest areas before beginning their food tour and avoid overexertion during the hottest hours.

Six Permanent Places for After-Expo Food

Permanent venues are easy to enjoy on your own schedule without worrying about a limited run. Options include restaurants carrying on dishes served at the Expo, spaces that immerse you in another part of the world, and places where you can experience pavilion legacies.

PANAF | Authentic African Cuisine in Shinsaibashi

PANAF, the African restaurant that gained popularity at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, operates on the seventh floor of Shinsaibashi BIG STEP.

The restaurant has a stage and a large screen, creating a space where you can experience African music and culture along with the food. The retail corner also carries items such as African-print goods and natural-stone accessories.

At lunch, choices include maafe, a beef stew in peanut sauce that was popular at the Expo; thiebou yapp, Senegalese seasoned rice; chicken couscous; and shrimp pita sandwiches. Some meals include a salad bar, soup bar, and drinks, and the main dishes were generously portioned at the time of reporting.

For a first taste of African cuisine, the mildly spicy maafe or shrimp pita sandwich is an approachable choice. Thiebou yapp is another option for spice lovers, but ask before ordering if you are sensitive to heat.

It is easy to fill up at the salad bar before the main dish arrives. In a group, order different dishes and share a little of each for an experience that feels like a table spanning the world.

PANAME Crêpes de Paris | A Parisian Crêpe Experience in Shinsaibashi

PANAME Crêpes de Paris in Shinsaibashi is a Paris-based crêpe specialty shop making its first appearance in Japan.

The menu includes savory crêpes, called salées, and sweet crêpes, called sucrées, with hearty options featuring raclette cheese or salmon. You can watch the batter spread across the griddle as eggs, cheese, mushrooms, salmon, and other ingredients are layered on, making the preparation itself part of the experience.

The interior has a distinctly Parisian atmosphere that invites photos. For a date or an outing with friends, allow time to photograph the space and the food in addition to the meal itself.

At the time of reporting, the Salmon Royale was $11.56 and La French was $11.88. The portions may surprise anyone expecting a typical snack-size crêpe. Think of it as a meal, and leave room when choosing dessert as well.

KASTURI Restaurant | Popular Philippine Pavilion Dishes in Ibaraki

At KASTURI restaurant in Ibaraki, Osaka, you can enjoy Filipino staples such as chicken adobo and lechon, made with fried pork belly.

Lechon was affectionately known as “No. 4” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. Its crisp exterior and vivid purple ube rice make a memorable combination.

At the time of reporting, one plate of lechon felt large enough for about two people. Instead of ordering several dishes alone, visit with friends or family and share it with chicken adobo and lumpia for more variety.

The restaurant is located in a residential neighborhood and is not immediately next to a train station. Check bus schedules and your transportation home in advance.

PACKN-TO | The Ultimate Salt Rice Ball in Kujo

At PACKN-TO in Kujo, Osaka, you can try the “ultimate salt rice ball” that drew attention at the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion.

This simple rice ball uses fully sun-dried salt made by artisans in Kochi Prefecture using sunlight and sea breezes, with equal care given to cooking the rice. At the time of reporting, it cost $1.25 including tax. Other offerings included rice balls with ume-kombu or nozawana-takana greens, sandwiches, tatsuta-age fried chicken, and salt-lemon soda.

PACKN-TO is about a two-minute walk from Kujo Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line and about five minutes from Kujo Station on the Hanshin Namba Line. It is convenient for a quick stop or for taking food to your next destination.

The shop also has a venue stamp. You can reconnect with Expo memories without ordering a large meal.

TEN.TEN.CAFE | The Indonesian Pavilion Legacy in Tenri

TEN.TEN.CAFE in Tenri, Nara Prefecture, has inherited 54 rattan lampshades, masks, musical instruments, VIP-room furniture, and other items used in the Indonesian Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.

Outside the café is the large “INDONESIA” sign that once stood at the pavilion entrance. Rather than simply another food stop, this is a place to choose when you want to spend time with the Expo’s architecture, culture, and legacy.

The nasi goreng featured during our visit was a special menu item served at Pesta Indonesia Tenri 2026 on June 28, 2026. We have not confirmed that it remains available on the regular menu.

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu | An Interactive Breakfast in Shijo-Karasuma

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, which operated near the West Gate at the Expo site, serves breakfast at its SUINA Muromachi location in Shijo-Karasuma, Kyoto.

The breakfast-only “interactive breakfast” lets you heat dried baby sardines, dashi, and house-made sansho sauce on a tabletop griddle to finish your own chirimen sansho. The preparation makes the wait part of the experience and is ideal for beginning a day of Kyoto sightseeing with something special.

The “Three-Wagyu Premium Beef Rice Breakfast,” featured at the time of reporting, was $24.75 including tax. It is a substantial morning meal with three kinds of beef enjoyed with condiments or as dashi ochazuke.

Breakfast hours were 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the time of reporting. The restaurant is directly connected to Exit 26 of Shijo and Karasuma stations, but service hours and menu items may change.

Best Choices by Purpose

After-Expo dining experiences vary greatly, even though they all continue the Expo in their own way.

• Feel the energy of the Expo grounds: Mugishokuonsai, PANAF
• Taste dishes that became popular at the Expo: KASTURI, PACKN-TO
• Enjoy an out-of-the-ordinary setting while taking photos: PANAME Crêpes de Paris, TEN.TEN.CAFE
• Make a quick stop: PACKN-TO
• Turn the food crawl itself into an event: EXPO FOOD PASSPORT
• Combine it with Kyoto sightseeing: Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu

When traveling with children, consider not only spice levels but also wait times, portion sizes, and places to rest. At an event, share small portions of many foods; at permanent restaurants, make time to sit and recharge.

For a date, PANAME Crêpes de Paris and TEN.TEN.CAFE are good choices for photos. Choose PANAF if a satisfying meal matters most, or KASTURI if you want to select and share several dishes together.

Groups of friends have more options because larger dishes can be shared. At PANAF or KASTURI, choosing different countries and flavors and dividing them among the group is usually more fun than everyone ordering the same dish.

Easy Sample Itineraries

After-Expo Food in Central Osaka: Shinsaibashi and Kujo

For lunch, choose either PANAME Crêpes de Paris or PANAF in Shinsaibashi, then head to PACKN-TO in Kujo in the afternoon.

Both PANAME and PANAF serve substantial meals, so eating full courses at both on the same day can be overwhelming. Make one your main lunch stop, then have a single salt rice ball at PACKN-TO or take one to go.

Filipino Food and the Stamp Rally in Ibaraki

Make KASTURI your main destination and combine it with EXPO FOOD PASSPORT participating venues in the same area.

KASTURI serves generous portions, so avoid filling up on bread or sweets beforehand. Without a car, check the nearest bus stop and the return timetable in advance.

Take Kyoto and Nara Slowly on Separate Days

Breakfast at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu and TEN.TEN.CAFE are both best enjoyed as cultural experiences.

They are not impossible to visit on the same day, but combining Kyoto sightseeing with a walk around Tenri creates a long travel day. Splitting them into a Kyoto day and a Nara day lets you appreciate the food and legacy at a relaxed pace.

Set Aside Half a Day for Mugishokuonsai

At Mugishokuonsai in August, lines for food, stage programs, merchandise, stamps, and photo opportunities may make it impossible to see everything in a short visit.

Do not commit too early to food from just one country. Walk through the venue once before ordering to reduce the chance of later discovering something you wanted but no longer have room to eat. Take breaks during the hottest hours and avoid overdoing it outdoors.

What to Check Before You Go

• Business days, hours, and temporary closures
• Whether the menu item you want is still available
• Whether reservations are required and whether reservation benefits are offered
• Event hours, admission fees, and the rain policy
• Mugishokuonsai performance times and vendor list
• Whether the spice level works for children and whether portions are shareable
• Transportation from the station and the return schedule

Limited-time menus and event information may change after publication. When traveling a long distance for one specific item or event, check the official same-day updates as well.

After-Expo Food: Summary

After-Expo food is about more than recreating dishes you ate at the Expo.

Talk with people from around the world, listen to music, watch food being prepared, and see objects once used in the pavilions. The feeling from Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai that “the world had come closer” continues in a different form at every restaurant and event.

For summer 2026, check the EXPO FOOD PASSPORT running through August 11 and Mugishokuonsai from August 14 to 16 first. Choose permanent venues by area and type of experience, and avoid packing too much into one day so you can enjoy each cuisine and culture at a relaxed pace.

Whether you are searching for a flavor you remember from the Expo or never had the chance to attend, consider taking a small trip around the world in the streets of Kansai on your next day off.

Exchange rate used: US$1 = ¥160.

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